Even though he detests extramarital affair cases, business is a little slow, so when he is approached by a ritzy European lady with a French accent who wants to know if her husband is having an affair, he reluctantly takes the case.While he ...

This book is a must-read for those interested in the history of detective fiction and the evolution of detective work as a profession. Allan Pinkerton, a Scottish American detective and spy, founded the Pinkerton Detective Agency in 1850.

Pinkerton's literary style is characterized by detailed descriptions, gripping narratives, and a meticulous attention to investigative procedures, making this collection both informative and engaging.

In the previous book (PI Inc.), Patrick Ireland was one of Chicagos best detectives until he was seriously wounded while trying to end a war among rival juvenile gangs.

Allan Pinkerton's background as a detective and his firsthand experiences in the field lend credibility and authenticity to the stories recounted in this book.

William J. Burns (1880-1930) was the immediate succor of J. Edgar Hoover at the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The Original Private Investigator's Handbook and Almanac is designed to provide the essential knowledge and procedure needed to identify, locate, and understand how to become a private investigator.

"All history proves that no one can hug a secret to his breast and live (...) This is especially noticeable in persons who have committed criminal acts.

"In 1884, the founder and matriarch of the Illinois Detective Agency is now elderly and active in the way that "Charlie" of Charlie's Angels was.

"Now a BBC America TV series event"--Cover.